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A nurse is preparing a presentation at a community center about osteoarthritis. The nurse should plan to include which of the following information? (Select All that Apply.)

Causes joint pain

Crepitus can occur in affected joints

Affects weight-bearing joints

Affects bilateral symmetrical joints

Causes joint stiffness

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : A,B,C,E

A. Osteoarthritis causes joint pain due to the deterioration of cartilage in the joints.

B. Crepitus, a grating sound, can occur in affected joints due to bone rubbing on bone.

C. Osteoarthritis primarily affects weight-bearing joints such as the hips, knees, and spine.

D. Osteoarthritis often affects joints asymmetrically rather than in a bilateral symmetrical pattern, which is more characteristic of rheumatoid arthritis.

E. Joint stiffness, particularly after periods of inactivity, is a common symptom of osteoarthritis.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Moving objects away prevents injury during the seizure and is a critical safety measure.

B. Placing the client on their side, rather than on their back, helps maintain an open airway and prevents aspiration.

C. Inserting anything into the client's mouth, including a padded tongue blade, is not recommended as it may cause injury.

D. Restraining the client could result in injury and is not advised.

A. (Select All that Apply.) B. Implement turning schedule every 4 hours C. Minimize skin exposure to moisture D. Keep the client's skin dry with powder E. Use pillows to keep heels off the bed surface F. Massage over erythematous bony prominences

Correct Answer is ["B","D"]

Explanation

A. A turning schedule every 4 hours is insufficient; repositioning should ideally be done every 2 hours to prevent pressure injuries.

B. Reducing skin exposure to moisture helps maintain skin integrity, especially in areas prone to breakdown due to moisture accumulation.

C. Powder is not recommended as it can lead to skin irritation and potential breakdown.

D. Elevating heels with pillows relieves pressure on areas that are susceptible to pressure injuries in immobilized clients.

E. Massaging erythematous bony prominences can damage capillaries and increase the risk of pressure injury formation.

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